Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas

My guest Kyle Garrett is on this week with the debut of a new single “ High Livin”. I love that he’s a mix of Texas country and rock and soul. He brings a new generation of listeners to his shows and without a doubt you’ll be a fan if you’re not already. Catch a live show this summer Thanks to The Rook McKinney and The Guitar Sanctuary .   Originally aired 06/28/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in D...

Singer/ Songwriter Jenny Reynolds is my guest this week talking about her 5th album Willow and Stone. Her move to Austin in 2003 and Kerrville Folk festival finalist that same year set her up for immediate success. Her heart for philanthropy had me extremely interested in her talent and as soon as I heard the first note that voice grabbed me deep. Don’t miss this one. She’s a Texas treasure for su...

Jesse Stratton Band is my interview this week. The talent pool in this band makes every show a festive experience for the whole family. In fact Jesse’s family is very much a part of it at any given time from his son playing drums to his girls singing harmonies. What a beautiful way to do life together. Thanks to The Rook McKinney and The Guitar Sanctuary .   Originally aired 06/21/2026 on 95.3 FM...

Isaac Jacob is my guest this week and we are featuring a duet with our gal Courtney Patton and several others that will definitely put him on your playlist. Thanks to The Rook McKinney and The Guitar Sanctuary .   Originally aired 06/14/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Beau Taylor Music is my guest this week and don’t miss this young man’s interview of his journey to the passion he’s had for making music. His “One Honky Tonk At a Time” tour. Check the dates and let support “ live” music! Thanks to The Rook McKinney and The Guitar Sanctuary .   Originally aired 06/07/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

It’s a big week for Texas Music.. and especially my hometown of Historic Downtown McKinney ! My guest this week is Troy Paff - director, writer and producer of @ TMRfest.com/documentary coming out on streaming the same day as our festival downtown McKinney June 5th and 6th There are six outdoor stages and a plethora of red dirt, Americana, outlaw country blues and rock and soul gracing those stag...

Nathan Mongol Wells of Ottoman Turks is my guest this week talking about new music to come and their upcoming event June 6th at Tupps Brewery with a plethora a Texas musicians. Just another reason all you Americana, country and folk, rock and blues fans should make Historic Downtown McKinney your destination the first weekend of June. You’ve got Texas Music Revolution & TUPPS Brewery making mu...

This weeks guest the newly formed Texpats … originally from Austin they are now in Nashville representing the Texas sound and touring this summer with a stop in Mckinney at ManeGait ’s Country Fair and my Hippiefest Sat May 30th. Texpats made up of @Grace Pettis, Natalie Price & Rachel Laven are a powerhouse of vocals and songwriting. Each with solo careers they’re coming together to create a...

Sour Bridges' Bill Pucci is my guest this week sharing their NEW music, and as expected they’re browngrass ( bluegrass but a little dirtier ) style does not disappoint. They're dropping a new single every week in May. Can’t wait to see them play TUPPS Brewery on our stage for ManeGait ’s Country Fair and Hippiefest concert Saturday May 30th, as well as tour across the country. Thanks to The Rook M...

Case Hardin is a traditional country artist who found his inspiration from years of the rodeo life. A native Texan, his very early success with American Idol gave him the confidence to jump out into the field of music dreams and a decade later he’s now garnered quite a respectable following. With a brand new single “On again tonight” he’s hitting the road and if you love the sounds of authentic Te...

Addison Johnson came on my radar after playing a show with Courtney Patton here in Texas, so I snagged him for an interview on the road. He just released his single “Flames” which I love- and we’re debuting his next single “ What’s left of me” here first - and he starts his May tour of the same name. I dig his writing and you will too. I can’t wait to see him live back in Texas soon - but till the...

Bryan Jack Music is why Texas is known for its own unique sound and stories that make you proud you’re a native. His writing is strongly influenced by a wide array of Texas music icons. Thanks to The Rook McKinney and The Guitar Sanctuary .   Originally aired 04/19/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Andrea Magee , my next guest holds a special place in my heart for SO many reasons. Her journey from her homeland of Belfast brought her here in 2014 to make a mark in Austin’s music scene, however that’s only the beginning. The founder of Music Helps connecting musicians with “ at- risk youth” and then the director of the “She Rises Fest ” that celebrates women in music and the arts, you can see...

Tristan Roberson Music is what you’ll be hearing this week. This 18 year old Frisco native has come on the scene garnering accolades across the state for his music and songwriting to put him on stages with the top rung of country greats. His following is tremendous and after his graduation he’s going full time on the road across the country.   Take a listen and understand why this artist is one to...

Mason Lively my guest this week will be on the main stage Texas Music Revolution June 5th and you don’t want to miss him. His songs are poignant and filled with lyrics that speak to the quiet places in your soul where only music can reach. We had a great conversation and his infectious enthusiasm comes through. Thanks to The Rook McKinney and The Guitar Sanctuary . Check it out Originally aired 03...

KC Johns joins me this week as she’s finishing her tour of Bad Perfume , her latest upbeat single that’s rising in the charts. She’s got the whole package of powerhouse vocals, phenomenal stage presence and pretty darn cute to look at! She’s a must see in person so find a show. Check out some of her latest music videos. You’ll see what I mean. Thanks to The Rook McKinney and The Guitar Sanctuary f...

This week Wesley Pruitt Band joined me in the studio for a soulful interview from this Texas blues country artist. What a powerful voice and presence. Catch a set , if you see him live you’ll be a fan for life. Originally aired 03/15/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Alex Jude ( formerly Alex Mabey) made her debut this past few months with a new name and new music, gleaning from her early releases of americana/christian music to a mainstream sound that is bringing her to festivals this year across the country. She’ll make her debut @TMRfest in June on the main stage in Historic Downtown McKinney on June 6th with more singles released between now and then. I he...

Chaser Crouch Music , my guest this week with his newest album drop Daybreak/Heartbreak. On the heels of his Houston Rodeo gigs we talk about his journey to music and his career as a Hall of Fame Cutting horse competitor. He’s a “ homegrown “ Texan worth watching and has garnered a following that’s been exploding this past year. Put him on your radar and go see his live shows. Originally aired 03/...

The Bird Dogs George Dunham came into the studio and shared some new music , stories and the meaning of his life… “it’s better to give it away” What an incredibly beautiful soul. I was so moved by his recent show at The Rook McKinney where his band played for our charity Love Life Foundation . And after our interview I want to help him in all his endeavors. Don’t miss this one. He even sang a beau...

My guest this week is Texas native Paul Cauthen and I am so looking forward to his newest album release April 3rd… The Book of Paul. He’s a fellow cowboy hippie with a rock n roll soul, so you know we got along. Ck out his dates in this tour and get tix to a live show You’ll walk out with a revived spirit for sure. Originally aired 02/15/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

These girls, King Margo are my guest this week and also will be playing our stage Texas Music Revolution 30 June 5th Friday Night. You’ll find out why they are highly desired and slayed it this past week in Key West Mile 0 Fest Key West . Originally aired 02/08/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Don’t miss this weeks show with Drew Cooper . His powerhouse vocals matched with straight to the heart lyrics will pull you in at the first note. I so enjoyed this interview and you will too. Originally aired 02/01/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Austin based Memphis Kee , is my guest this week, and what an interesting journey to get here. From being a police investigator to having his own PI firm he has made the jump to full time artist and a new record release this month that will make him a notable presence in the Texas music scene. It doesn’t hurt that he got a great review in Rolling Stone magazine thanks to @Josh Crutchmer. He’s star...

Robyn Ludwick is my guest this week and what a tremendous gift to Texas music- not only because of her own musical talent, also her perpetuation of music artists at her Devils Backbone Tavern ( one of , if not the THE oldest Texas tavern still in operation). She and her musician partner John Ludwick have transformed this gem - and continue to improve it now with a grant just awarded from the Texas...